Dust Baths For Chickens: Natural Pest Control Or Just Spa Time?
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This page is a single-author educational post by 'babatee126' detailing the benefits and setup of dust baths for chickens. The author provides a step-by-step guide on creating natural pest control stations using dirt, sand, and optional additives like wood ash or DE, while asking the community for their experiences.
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“Rolling in dry dirt or sand helps get rid of mites and lice. No chemicals needed.”
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“Mix the base – loose dirt + sand, to make it soft and easy to roll in.”
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“Keep it dry! Chickens hate wet dirt.”
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